revascularization
[ ree-vas-kyuh-ler-uh-zey-shuhn ]
/ riˌvæs kyə lər əˈzeɪ ʃən /
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noun
the restoration of the blood circulation of an organ or area, achieved by unblocking obstructed or disrupted blood vessels or by surgically implanting replacements.
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Origin of revascularization
First recorded in 1950–55; revascularize + -ation
Words nearby revascularization
revalue, revamp, revanche, revanchism, revanchist, revascularization, revascularize, rev counter, Revd, reveal, revealed religion
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Medical definitions for revascularization
revascularization
[ rē-văs′kyə-lər-ĭ-zā′shən ]
n.
Reestablishment of blood supply to a part or organ.
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